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Join to apply for the Executive Chef (Preopening) role at ANdAZ. At Hyatt, we believe in making people feel at home wherever they are in the world. We turn jobs into careers, encounters into experiences and trips into journeys. Join a team that is making travel more human, connected and sustainable. About Andaz Gold Coast Andaz means personal styleand our culinary vision is no exception. Opening in mid2026, Andaz Gold Coast will set a new benchmark for lifestyle luxury in Australia. The hotel features 202 luxurious rooms and suites, the Coasts largest pool deck club, a stunning Mediterranean restaurant and vibrant designled spaces that celebrate local culture and craft. Our F&B playground Andaz Pool Club: the Coasts largest pool deck club with private cabanas and al fresco dining Mediterranean Brasserie & Bar: sunwashed flavour, grill and coastal classics from key regions reimagined Hinterland Bar: bold cocktails, local spirits, low & no options, refined bar snacks Morning Bar: a highenergy ritual for body, mind and soulcoffee, juices, wellnessled bites Inroom dining: all the classics with a few hits from our venues and a substantial wellbeing menu on offer The Opportunity Were seeking a visionary, handson Executive Chef to lead our preopening culinary strategy and deliver bestinmarket dining across all distinct venues. Youll craft menus that champion Southeast Queenslands growers, fishers and artisans; embed rigorous food safety and sustainability practices; build an energized, guestobsessed kitchen culture; and create the culinary identity for Australias first Andaz. Key Responsibilities PreOpening Concept to curtainup: finalise outlet concepts, kitchen workflows, equipment specs and OS&E; build opening menus, tastings and training Team build: recruit, onboard and inspire a diverse brigade; establish standards, SOPs and a coaching culture (including apprenticeships) Sourcing & partnerships: curate a regional supply networkfarmers, fishers, foragers, roasters, distillers; ensure provenance and traceability Compliance foundations: implement HACCPbased Food Safety Program aligned to QLD Food Act; allergen, crosscontamination and sanitation protocols Sustainability by design: set targets for waste reduction, nosetotail/leaftoroot, smart ordering, portioning and circular practices Operating Culinary excellence: deliver consistently exceptional food quality, speed and presentation across all dayparts and outlets Menu leadership: seasonal, produceled, fun and energetic menus; engineer for margin and mix; innovate with limitedtime offers and poolside rituals People & culture: mentor Leaders of Kitchen; drive safety, wellbeing, diversity and performance; succession planning and talent development Financial performance: own COGS, labour, forecasting and inventory; negotiate with suppliers; drive profitable contribution per outlet Guest obsession: be visible on the floor; partner with FOH to elevate service and feedback loops; manage reputation and guest sentiment Collaboration: work with Marketing/PR on storytelling, content shoots, launches and partnerships; support Sales on buyouts and VIP activations Standards & safety: maintain HACCP compliance, audits, records; oversee maintenance, calibration, cleaning, pest control and crisis readiness Qualifications Executive Chef experience in 5star luxury, upperupscale or lifestyle hotels or acclaimed restaurants; preopening experience strongly preferred A producefirst philosophy with deep knowledge of Australian seasonality and a network of local suppliers Proven leadership of multioutlet operations with high volume and high quality Mastery and chair of HACCP, food safety, allergens and occupational health & safety Strong financial acumen: menu engineering, COGS control, labour planning and forecasting Creative energy and modern culinary sensibility that balances flavour, theatre and wellness Excellent communication, collaboration and stakeholder management skills Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent trade), Food Safety Supervisor certification; additional culinary or management credentials valued Full Australian working rights strongly preferred Why Join Andaz Gold Coast by Hyatt Shape the culinary identity of Australias first Andazand Gold Coasts most exciting lifestyle hotel A valuesled culture: Empathy, Integrity, Respect, Inclusion, Experimentation and Wellbeing Global career pathways with Hyatt; complimentary and discounted accommodation worldwide Wellbeing programs, EAP and competitive leave benefits A creative environment where your ideas become signature experiences Location Onsite, Broadbeach, Gold Coast QLD. How To Apply Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter sharing a standout outlet launch or activation youve led, including commercial and guestimpact results. Discover Andaz: Hyatt is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate individuality and are committed to an inclusive environment for all colleagues and guests. #J-18808-Ljbffr